Priority Area How It Affects Or Is Affected By Your Topic

Tobacco Use “Many of the seniors we see in hospice care

have long since quit smoking. However, the
lasting effects of tobacco use can be seen for
years after quitting.”(Pathways).

“People on hospice who smoke argue that

they want to enjoy themselves as much as
possible. Explain to them that when they stop
smoking, they enjoy benefits very quickly
exceed those from smoking.” (Omnicare).

Injuries: (Intentional or Unintentional); “Considered to be the model for quality,

Diseases compassionate care for people facing a life-
limiting illness or injury, hospice care involves
a team-oriented approach to expert medical
care,...” (NHPCO).

“ ...organizations can provide continuous

home care (CHC) or general inpatient (GIP)
care as an alternative to regular home
hospice care. These interventions deliver a
higher level of care that can help address
acute medical crises, provide more intensive
palliation, and maintain continuity while
avoiding poor care transitions.” (NCBI).

HIV/STI “When patients with HIV/AIDS decide to

Unintended Pregnancy discontinue the use of a feeding tube or
Sexual Health breathing machine, they are likely to benefit
from HIV/AIDS hospice services.” (Vitas
Healthcare).

“If the patient refuses antiviral therapy, the

hospice team addresses pain and other
symptoms and provides psychosocial
support.” (Vitas Healthcare).

Drug and Alcohol Use “The 6 most common drugs (acetaminophen,

morphine, haloperidol, lorazepam,
prochlorperazine, and atropine) were included
in emergency kits provided to patients at
admission.” (PMC).

“Offering an alcoholic drink to patients before

their lunch and evening meal is an
established service in many hospice in-
 patient and day service units.” (BMJ).

Physical Fitness “We found an increase in the quality of life in

the consecutive weeks of the study and a
correlation with the physical activity level.”
(NCBI).

“Physiotherapy is concerned with identifying

and maximizing movement potential, within
the spheres of promotion, prevention,
treatment and rehabilitation.” (NCBI).